Pesticide Study Guide 2024).

Why would a grower want to practice IPM? {Ans: 1. Keep a balanced ecosystem 2. Save money 3. Promote a healthy environment}True or false: The type of PPE needed depends both on the toxicity of the pesticide being used and formulation {Ans: True}What is an adjuvant? {Ans: A chemical added to a pesticide mixture that helps the active ingredient do a better job. Helps the pesticide stick to treated surface through possible bad weather.}When deciding on management options for a pest problem, what is the first thing that must be determined? {Ans: Identification of the pest, or plant host}Mixing and Loading setback: Non Gravel Packed Public Well {Ans: 250 feet}Mixing and Loading setback: Gravel Packed Public Well {Ans: 400 feet}Describe how to deal with nozzles that are producing an irregular spray pattern. {Ans: Check pressure. Clean strainers. Clean nozzles.}Name 7 cultural management strategies that can help reduce damage from disease infestations {Ans: Avoid moisture stress Do no prolong leaf wetness Manage pH and fertility Adjust mowing practices Use resistant or endophytic turf grass cultivars Relieve compaction Provide adequate drainage}List 2 consequences of not properly calibrating your equipment before you spray {Ans: